Drug Interaction:
Other antihypertensives, Digoxin, cimetidine
Indication:
Hypertension
Approved by (DCI) Drug Controller GENERAL - India For Marketing
(Ref- IDMA Publication)
Name of Drug Indication Date of Approval
Benidipine Hcl Hyperetension Angina 12-08-1996
Pectoris
Adverse Reaction:
Mild elevation of SGOT,SGPT, alkaline phosphatase, total billirubin, creatinine, uric acid.
Dizziness, light headedness, headache, flushing, vomiting, palpitation, malaise
Contra-Indications:
Pregnancy, Lactation
Special precautions-
Elderly. Patients should not handle dangerous machines or work at elevated spots
Monitor blood pressure Reduce dose gradually
Dosages/ Overdosage Etc:
Indication-
Angina pectoris
Dosage-
4mg twice daily
Interaction with Food:
Take with food
Pregnancy and lactation:
Contraindicated for use during pregnancy and lactation